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Chris' goodwill to help out a young couple on Valentine's Day backfires, which leads him and Jonathan to talk about contraception. What is the most effective form of birth control, and how come there's no pill... for men? One thing's for certain: McGill students are going to have a lot of unplanned babies if the vox pop is any indication! Also: can science really tell you how compatible you and your lover are?; Britt Marie Hermes, ex-naturopath and prominent skeptic, needs your help; and we tear into the pilot episode of FOX's new medical drama, The Resident. You'll learn about central lines, the diver's reflex, and how to precipitate catastrophic blindness.
To donate to Britt Hermes' legal defence fund: https://www.skeptics.com.au/features/britt-hermes-legal-costs-fundraising-campaign/
Vox pop by Ada McVean of the McGill Office for Science and Society.
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

Dr. Yoni Freedhoff guest stars to discuss our changing food environment. He talks dieting, The Biggest Loser, food frequency questionnaires, and the Cornell Food Lab fiasco. He also valiantly defends his children against the Don Drapers of the world. Also on the show: California issues guidelines for people worried about cell phones and how these guidelines were released is a really wacky story involving "FREEEEDOM!"; electricity to fight cancer; and Chris' The More You Know wholesome message regarding driving.
Yoni Freedhoff's blog: http://www.weightymatters.ca
California's guidelines for cell phone use: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/OPA/Pages/NR17-086.aspx
The trial on tumor-treating fields: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29260225
Vox pop by Wassim El-Mounzer.
Jingle by Joseph Hackl.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.
(The image above is taken from the Rudd Center Media Gallery, containing images and videoclips providing a non-biased representation of adults with overweight and obesity)

Our second end-of-year special is chock full of bloopers. Plus, the worst bits of medical news this year; favourite jingles; and science communication heroes. Happy holidays!
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)
Original music by Seth Donnelly
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

A Christmas-themed delivery and Stanley-Kubrick-directed opening skit lead Chris and Jonathan to discuss the worth of chemotherapy. Do doctors themselves refuse chemo, and is chemotherapy only effective in 2% of cases? You may be surprised to find out the origin of the latter myth in the Worst Paper Ever (possibly). Also, Jonathan makes Chris cry; will doctors stop stenting stable angina; and Jonathan's interview with Dr. Steven Novella on the importance of the narrative when debunking false beliefs and on how being an outspoken skeptic has changed Dr. Novella's social life for the better.
The Worst Paper Ever (possibly): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15630849
Go to the McGill OSS YouTube channel to see more interviews with skeptical luminaries: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYlDe7Vc5YS1Z0-FMVJdQAA
Vox pop by Alex Wood.
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

A conversation with Trevor Butterworth of Sense About Science USA and Adam Oliver Brown of the University of Ottawa on art, science, education, and communication.
Topics covered include the use of design in statistics; the silos of academia; false balance in science journalism and recent improvements; how science experts end up in the media; students sneaking into scicomm workshops; apartment design in NYC; the original PhD; Jon Snow, Florence Nightingale and Da Vinci walk into a bar; government-mandated curricula in schools; curiosity; GMOs; how to teach both children and adults; and storytelling.
You can follow Trevor (@Butterworthy) and his organization (@SenseScienceUSA) on Twitter, and you can find Adam on his website, adamoliverbrown.com, and on Facebook.

A Fantasia-inspired flirt with the dark arts strips Chris of his humanity. Does hypnotherapy work for smoking cessation, getting over phobias, weight loss and pain control? And is it any better than visualization, relaxation, or straight-up counselling? And will we ever find out what Tanya loves to do (no, no we won't). Also: valid (and less valid) criticism of a retracted Canadian paper linking aluminum to autism, and how universities keep falling for pseudoscience (clue: follow the dollar signs).
The CBC coverage of the retraction of Dr. Shaw's paper: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/ubc-autsism-vaccine-paper-retraction-chris-shaw-1.4351855
The Cracked Science episode on the 200-million-dollar donation to UC Irvine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoRmUYlHTXU
Vox pop by Darren Henwood.
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

An unfortunate accident befalls Chris in a stairwell, which prompts him to confront the opioid epidemic. What are these molecules, are they addictive, and are doctors solely responsible for their abuse? We talk about how all this relates to the Vietnam War, and we welcome back Myco Caine! Also: a fun lesson in cardiology as we debunk the movie FLATLINERS; a sing-along with The LEGO Movie; antidepressants and an early death; and one patron gets a very special thank-you.
Note from the editor: Jonathan is not a sociopath.
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The National Post article on antidepressants: http://nationalpost.com/news/new-research-found-antidepressants-may-increase-risk-of-early-death
Song cover by Joseph Hackl.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
"Pomp and Circumstances" by the Eastern Wind Symphony.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

A lifting-related misunderstanding puts a strain on Jonathan and Chris' relationship... and Chris' back. What can one do when faced with nonspecific lower back pain, besides "nothing"? So many interventions to choose from: exercise, insoles, X-rays, NSAIDs, Tylenol, muscle relaxants, gabapentinoids, opioids, hot and cold, massages, acupuncture, chiropractic, mattresses, bed rest, and a partridge in a pear tree. But what works? Also: can essential oils kill bacteria or, at the very least, relax you?; the PURE study that everyone is talking about; adding more oxygen may not be like adding more cow bell; and a special announcement means more science communication for everyone!
The paper on the antibacterial activity of some essential oils: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1693916/
Dr. Greger's Orange Aromatherapy Video: https://nutritionfacts.org/video/orange-aromatherapy-for-anxiety/
The paper testing orange oil for experimental anxiety: http://online.liebertpub.com/doi/abs/10.1089/acm.2011.0551
The Skeptical Inquirer article on aromatherapy: http://www.csicop.org/si/show/whats_that_i_smell_the_claims_of_aromatherapy
The press release on oxygen therapy for heart attacks: https://www.escardio.org/The-ESC/Press-Office/Press-releases/oxygen-therapy-does-not-improve-survival-in-patients-with-heart-attack-symptoms
Vox pop by Alex Wood.
Jingle by Joseph Hackl.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

Chris' addiction almost leads to a car crash, so Jonathan decides to stage an intervention. Is sugar addictive? What even is an addiction? Could it be that the popular definition has little to do with the medical one? Talks of cocaine (or Michael Caine), binge-eating disorder, and How I Met Your Mother follow. Also: did somebody take antiviral Tamiflu's medal away? And why were parents sending their child's snot to researchers? What kind of topsy-turvy world do we live in?! Be sure to stay until the end for the mother of all burns.
An editorial on the downgrading of Tamiflu by the WHO: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/07/170712200235.htm
The clinical trial on high-dose vitamin D in children: http://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2643763
Vox pop by Wassim El-Mounzer.
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

Bizarre behaviour on the beach leads Chris and Jonathan to discuss the merits of vitamin D. Where exactly in the sun's rays does this vitamin hide? Is there a deficiency epidemic? And can this miraculous vitamin reverse the course of diseases? Also: a Superman geek fail; putting the "randomized" back in "randomized clinical trials"; why 1 and 2 are dirty numbers; and pot cures epilepsy (sort of... not really).
Vox pop by Thanos Michailopoulos (@ThanocMic on Twitter).
Jingle by Joseph Hackl.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

Jonathan takes Chris to a secret location for a surprise that doesn't end well, and all because Chris allegedly said antidepressants don't work. To clarify, we delve into the causes of depression, how antidepressants work, as well as the safety and effectiveness of SSRIs. Oh, and suicidal children. Also: is putting fluoride in the water a communist plot and will NSAIDs give you a heart attack?
Special guest voice acting by Jacob Fortin.
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

Jonathan is being more of a prick than usual by giving Chris a testosterone prick to boost his manliness. But is "low T" a real diagnosis or an ad man creation? Thanos, our comedian, takes us to his Brazilian jiu-jitsu class to interview sweaty men about aging and andropause. Back in the studio, Chris and Jonathan talk about the difficulties of measuring testosterone levels, whether or not T can reverse aging decline and will it give you cancer? Also: p-hacking in a famous food lab or how "hard work" doesn't always pay off; Health Canada makes Chris sad; and why Montrealers are marching for science.
Vox pop by Thanos Michailopoulos (@ThanosMic on Twitter).
Jingle by Joseph Hackl.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.
If you're interested in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and live in the Montreal area, check out Gracie Barra and its head instructor, Bruno Fernandes, at http://gbmontreal.ca

On an eventful trip to Cincinnati, Chris and Jonathan discuss the possible dangers of aspartame and of arguing while behind the wheel. Will artificial sweeteners help you lose weight or will they give you cancer? Plus: Zamboni's liberation therapy for multiple sclerosis fails to impress in a major Canadian trial and self-regulating naturopaths think it's OK to prescribe without the laying of hands. Also, Jonathan and/or Chris may be coming to your town soon! Boston, Cincinnati and Montreal!
Vox pop by Thanos Michailopoulos (@ThanocMic on Twitter).
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Seth Donnelly and Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.
To check on our upcoming live events, go to http://www.bodyofevidence.ca/events/

Chris learns that he is a square when he can't distinguish between tobacco cigarettes and pot reefers. Thanos interviews some marijuana-friendly comedians before an open-mic night to know if they think weed can help with health and performance anxiety. Back in studio, Jonathan and Chris talk about THC versus CBD, and whether or not weed has been shown to help treat glaucoma, pain, nausea, cancer, multiple sclerosis, insomnia, Tourette's, HIV, anxiety, PTSD, epilepsy, Parkinson's, IBS, ALS, and Huntington's. Plus: a James Franco sound-alike; christopathic pain; beach umbrellas; conflicts of interest; and Patreon!
Vox pop by Thanos Michailopoulos (@ThanocMic on Twitter).
Jingle by Joseph Hackl from Voodoo Jazz.
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
To contribute to The Body of Evidence, go to our Patreon page at: http://www.patreon.com/thebodyofevidence/.

Chris' loneliness leads Jonathan to spray him in the eyes with a $20 concoction that will allegedly make him irresistible to the ladies. But do human pheromones actually exist? Their investigation leads them to contemplate pig husbandry and dentist chairs. Plus: what we know of seasonal affective disorder and whether you can cure it by shoving light into your ears; cancer mortality rates are decreasing despite what charlatans keep claiming; and a teething tablet manufacturer clearly believes in safety first.
Vox pop by comedian Kirsten Finch.
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
The Human Charger official website is https://www.humancharger.com
The MOT investigative journalism video (in Finnish, with English subtitles) is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXuNK4050m0
The EarLight clinical trial where the placebo group became a treatment group can be seen here: https://clinicaltrials.gov/archive/NCT01293409/2011_05_31/changes
For a more comprehensive history behind the EarLight/HumanCharger, http://earlightswindle.com

Jonathan interviews York University librarian John Dupuis on former Prime Minister Stephen Harper's War on Science. In light of recent actions by the Trump administration in the US, what lessons can American scientists learn from Canada's own struggle against a federal government that gagged its own scientists?
John Dupuis' blog, Confessions of a Science Librarian, on which he chronicled Harper's War on Science, can be accessed here: http://scienceblogs.com/confessions/
Photo of Stephen Harper: World Economic Forum
Photo of Donald Trump: Gage Skidmore

Our full interview with Vox.com's Julia Belluz, health reporter. How did a prominent Canadian media fail the public while covering the HPV vaccine; the philosophy behind Vox.com; the public's perception of mainstream journalism; Zika versus Ebola; how journalists should cover pseudoscientists; and ISIS... sort of.
Photo of Julia Belluz by Owen Egan. You can watch Julia's talk, which she presented at the Trottier Public Science Symposium, by clicking here.

Are energy drinks the answer to staying awake? Or are they harmful cans of poison? Or is this a false dichotomy? Our man-on-the-street finds out that Canadian students, on top of being polite, really care about their health. Plus: Vox.com reporter Julia Belluz on one of the most embarrassing Canadian science headlines, and will a new chocolate make your skin look twenty years younger? (answer: no, but a bunch of MDs think it tastes delicious).
Vox pop by Chris Sandiford (of the Ladies & Gentlemen Comedy Show).
Jingle by Joseph Hackl from Voodoo Jazz.
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
The Toronto Star's retraction of the Gardasil story can be accessed here: https://www.thestar.com/news/2015/02/20/a-note-from-the-publisher.html
The Motto article on Esthechoc can be read here: http://www.notey.com/@motto_unofficial/external/13281448/eating-a-piece-of-this-chocolate-every-day-could-make-you-look-younger.html
The segment on THE DOCTORS promoting Esthechoc is viewable here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7Ax2ltEE-M

Jonathan interviews three alternative health practitioners: a sound healer, a Reiki master, and a BodyTalker. Through these conversations, he seeks to find out how they came to believe that these practices worked and what, if anything, would change their mind.

As 2016 draws to a close, Chris and Jonathan reveal they are not perfect. Whether it's cracking up while delivering a joke or mispronouncing a host of scientific names, their ineptitude makes for great blooper fodder. Plus, the worst bits of medical news this year; favourite jingles; and science communication heroes. Happy holidays!
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com)
Original music by Seth Donnelly

Would you like to know if you are the carrier of a horrible disease? With direct-to-consumer DNA testing, you can now bypass your doctor and see the results for yourself! But is there wisdom in choosing the DIY route? And is the information useful... or self-evident? Plus: a taste of our interview with the CBC's Erica Johnson on getting Health Canada approval for a fake remedy, and will poinsettias kill Fido this holiday season?
Vox pop by Thanos Michailopoulos (@ThanosMic).
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.

Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry host a one-hour version of their podcast, The Body of Evidence, on stage at the Trottier Public Science Symposium (McGill University). Their guests: Joel Achenbach (The Washington Post) and Trevor Butterworth (Sense About Science USA). You can also watch the video version on our YouTube channel.
Vox pop by Thanos Michailopoulos (@ThanosMic).
Jingle by Joseph Hackl.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
Photo from the symposium is by Owen Egan.

A visit to Chris' bedroom reveals fun facts about sleep and leads to bodily harm. Melatonin, sleeping pills, sleep hygiene: what works? Plus an interview with the author of the book "Statistics Done Wrong" and a discussion about Theranos and lab diagnostics. Come see us on stage October 18 at noon for the Trottier Public Science Symposium!
Vox pop by David Pryde (@DavidPrydeJokes).
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
Photo of a girl sleeping is "Sleep well" by Lars Plougmann and used under Creative Coommons ShareAlike 2.0 Generic License.

Yogurt is chock-full of probiotics but do these nice bacteria do anything for your health? Plus an interview with Dr. Saul Hymes on antibiotic resistance, and crowdfunding projects that overhype their science (bioluminescent plant, anyone?).
Vox pop by Thanos Michailopoulos.
Jingle by Joseph Hackl from Voodoo Jazz.
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
Send us your questions at thebodyofevidence@gmail.com.

A day at the pool leads Chris and Jonathan to talk about the evidence behind sunscreen... and restraining orders. Comedian Thanos Michailopoulos heads to ComicCon to ask Superman if he puts on SPF 30. Also: refuting the antivaccine arguments of a Montrealer and questions on herbal weight loss and vitamin C.
Vox pop by Thanos Michailopoulos.
Jingle by Joseph Hackl from Voodoo Jazz.
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
Photo of the beach by Piervincenzo Madeo, used under Creative Commons License.
Send us your questions at thebodyofevidence@gmail.com.
LINKS:
Marc Jaoude's video on the measles vaccine.
Our first podcast episode on natural health products.
The Nutrition Diva's article on vitamin C.

An ill-judged nature hike leads to a conversation about Lyme disease, both the acute infection and the claimed chronic disease.
Plus: an interview with Derek "Veritasium" Muller on pseudoteaching, not fooling yourself, and parenting.
Also: Hate mail, funny medical codes, #SpoonGate, and the low-fat option.
Jingle by Jillian Kate.
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod.
Theme music: "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.

Are all studies created equal? Chris and Jonathan talk about evidence, like what is the evidence that Chris stole Jonathan's sandwich. Plus, the worth of exercise and how one judge may have opened a can of worms for off-label drug use. Jingle by Joseph Hackl at VoodooJazz.ca.
Photo of the evidence pyramid from Cornell University Library.

Audio from the second half of The Body of Evidence Stage Show which took place April 24, 2016 at the Katacombes, Montreal. Jonathan gives a 20-minute talk on how we discovered that mutations caused cancer, and he and Chris answer questions from the audience: sunscreen, liver cancer, direct-to-consumer whole-genome sequencing, and the healthcare systems of Quebec and Ontario.
Photo by Angie Radczenko.

Warning: Explicit language. Audio from the first half of The Body of Evidence Stage Show which took place April 24, 2016 at the Katacombes, Montreal. A quiz show on celebrity health fads hosted by Jonathan Jarry, with panelists David Pryde, Bianca Yates, Darren Henwood, and Dr. Christopher Labos. Rejuvenating facials, arthritic goats, Gwyneth Paltrow, and too many semen jokes to count. Enjoy!
Photo by Angie Radczenko of Ng RAD Photography!

Should fat be demonized or is it actually good for you? And are statins harmful? Plus: signs you're a science denialist; maple syrup's impact on brain function; red wine rebuttal; allergies; and our stage show on April 24! Also: Chris wants to cremate Jonathan's body.
Jingle by Jillian Kate. You can find her on Facebook and YouTube.
Additional music by Kevin MacLeod.
Vox pop segment by comedian Thanos Michailopoulos.
Our theme music is "Troll of the Mountain Swing" by the Underscore Orkestra.
Picture of the frittata from "JeffreyW" on Flickr.

Could Chris' memory be improved by using brain training software? Plus: special guest Logan Fulford, Ph.D. student, on why we don't have a cure for cancer yet; the simultaneous need and near-futility of science communication; the importance of replications; and Chris loses it with Dr. Sam Chachoua. Jingle by Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.
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Is there a "female Viagra" and will it boost your sex drive? Plus: an interview with Brooke Binkowski of snopes.com and answers to our listeners' questions. Our comedian this month is Gina Granter (and her friends!). Chris gives Pierce Brosnan in Mamma Mia! a run for his money. Please be patient with his singing. You'll love how it ends. And remember: nothing says "sexy times" like "flibanserin".
(The idea for this episode was suggested to us by Geoff Brown. This episode is dedicated to him. May he and his wife have plenty of orgasms.)

The WHO recently proclaimed red and processed meat to be harbingers of cancerous doom… or have they? We talk risk, hazard, and whether or not your yoga pants are trying to kill you. In the second half of the show, we discuss Brian “Sprouts Will Cure You” Clement and how to tell if someone is a quack. Our street correspondent is comedian Wassim El-Mounzer and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca. You can find the podcast on bodyofevidence.ca, on iTunes, Stitcher, SoundCloud, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.
Photo of meat by Alpha.

Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry host a one-hour version of their podcast, The Body of Evidence, on stage at the Trottier Public Science Symposium (McGill University). Their guests: Paul Offit (vaccines); Geoffrey Kabat (cell phones); and Kevin Folta (GMOs). Featuring vox pop segments with Thanos Michailopoulos and music by Joseph Hackl. You can also watch the video version by going to http://www.bodyofevidence.ca

While we recuperate from Funny You Should Think That! and the Trottier Public Science Symposium (and a marathon for one of us), we are metaphorically opening our doors to you: listen to our madness and flubs.
It’s our very first blooper reel, but it’s so much more than this! You get to listen again to all our amazing jingles, courtesy of Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.
Plus you get to hear our theme song in its full Balkan jazz glory: “Troll of the Mountain Swing” by the Underscore Orkestra.
Promotional photo by Isabelle Stephen.

Smoking went from the coolest habit you could have to being harshly demonized. But what does the body of evidence say on cigarette smoking? The answer may surprise you. Plus: an announcement! Make sure your lunch time is free of pesky meetings on September 29th! You won’t want to miss this!
Our street correspondent is comedian Thanos Michailopoulos (@thanosmic) and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.
You can find the podcast here, on iTunes, Stitcher, SoundCloud, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.
Promotional picture by J'ram DJ.

We’ve all heard it: red wine is good for your heart. It was even on 60 Minutes! But how strong is the science behind this claim? And will drinking a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc make Dr. Labos more interesting to the women around him?
Our street correspondent is comedian Thanos Michailopoulos (@thanosmic) and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.
You can find the podcast on bodyofevidence.ca, on iTunes, Stitcher, SoundCloud, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.

Is milk a creamy health elixir or a dangerous brew of bacteria? Is there both rhyme and reason behind pasteurization or does it destroy milk’s dairy goodness? In an attempt to answer the question, Jonathan and Dr. Labos battle lactose intolerance and osteoporosis, deliver a history lesson on Louis Pasteur, and get tangled up in brucellosis. Do you have a brain abscess? Stop listening now and go see a doctor. Take a picture of the pus but don’t send it to us.
Our street correspondent is comedian Jen Sakato and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.
You can find the podcast on bodyofevidence.ca, on iTunes, Stitcher, SoundCloud, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.

E-cigarettes are all the rage these days, and their manufacturers are claiming all kinds of things: they help you quit smoking, they’re healthier, they’ll enhance your sex life (OK, maybe not the last one). Is “vaping” better than smoking? Jonathan Jarry and Dr. Christopher Labos look at the body of evidence on e-cigarettes. Their addictive discussion is laced with lines from The Lion King, quotes from Shakespeare, and obscure phonological references.
Our street correspondent is comedian Thanos Michailopoulos and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.
You can find the podcast on bodyofevidence.ca, on iTunes, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.
The picture of the man vaping is from www.vaping360.com.

We all want to look younger, but are beauty products worth the money we pay? Jonathan Jarry and Dr. Christopher Labos sit down to talk concealers, Retin-A, photoageing, and tzatziki face masks. But the real question is: if this is radio, why is Dr. Labos painting his face like a clown? Maybe David Bowie has the answer.
Our street correspondent is Emily Bilton and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.
You can find the podcast on bodyofevidence.ca, on iTunes, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.

Are vitamin supplements useful or wasteful? Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry look at the body of evidence on these ubiquitous pills and end up talking about grapefruit love, fake dating profiles, and pants.
The comedian is Simren Sandhu and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.
You can find the podcast on bodyofevidence.ca, on iTunes, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.

Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry talk about how often you should go see your doctor. Pap smears, rectal exams, and Dr. Labos’ secret hobbies all get a mention, with a massive dose of tzatziki.
The comedian is Thanos Michailopoulos and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl of VoodooJazz.ca.
You can find the podcast on bodyofevidence.ca, on iTunes, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.

Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry were the guests of Toula Drimonis and Dave Kaufman on the show The Exchange on CJAD radio in Montreal. If you missed the show, here is our segment! We talk podcasting, how we met, green coffee beans, and oil of oregano. And Viagra! And there’s a caller, but Toula forgot which button to press! Send us your questions via carrier pigeon!
You can find the podcast on bodyofevidence.ca, on iTunes, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.

Dr. Christopher Labos and Jonathan Jarry demystify common medical misconceptions and, on their very first episode, they talk about natural health products. Horney goat weed, “pretty please” pleading, and a touch of methamphetamines are all on the menu.
The comedian is Thanos Michailopoulos and our singer-songwriter is Joseph Hackl.
You can find the podcast on bodyofevidence.ca, on iTunes, and as part of its production collective, MoutonsNoMore.com.

Customer Reviews

Another awesome show by Jonathan Jarry!!!

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Isabhell

Brilliant and funny, my favorite type of shows!!! If you enjoyed Within Reason podcast you will love Body of Evidence, if you hated Within Reason you will still love Body of Evidence! It's that good! Jonathan Jarry and Dr. Christopher Labos are a fantastic team!!! Great work guys! Can't wait to hear the next episode!

Keeps getting better

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I love Jonathan Jarry’s former podcast and this one is very different but just as informative and entertaining.